Minimum Detectable Object Locations

Fig 1: Identifying Minimum Detectable Object Locations With Dimensions

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: The object used in this system check can be fabricated using a 9 cm diameter (3 in I.D.) pipe, 100 cm (39 in) in length.

NOTE: The following system check should be carried out with the vehicle on a level surface.

NOTE: The Parking Aid Module (PAM) system defaults to on when the ignition is cycled from OFF to ON.

Turn the ignition to ON, engine off.
Apply the parking brake.
Place the gear shift in REVERSE (R).
Verify that the PAM detects the object above when placed in the 5 specified locations (P1, P2, P3, P4 and P5).
- If the PAM does not detect the object above, refer to PARKING AID in the Diagnostic and Testing portion of this information.